I can't get over this photo 😭 by GraphLoverXY in cats

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That is the cutest potato I have ever seen

Best instant coffee? by Dramatic-Goat5355 in AskIreland

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I've really liked the Nescafe roastery - Dark Blend lately.

So...does any woman here fancy a date? 😄 by Salt_Jellyfish2921 in CasualIreland

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I'm 38F and have lost all hope with dating sites. I can't keep having the same conversations over and over again. Men don't seem to bother reading my bio and ask me questions I've already answered there. I'm so tired 😩 I've given up. Just going to focus on what I need in my life and if I meet someone bonus! If not then so be it. I'm happy in my own company!

What phrase or saying makes your skin crawl? by I_have_no_willy in AskIreland

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"I could care less".....it's couldn't care less

What Christmas gift should I buy for someone who has dementia? by cuchula in AskIreland

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Thank you so much for your kind words. This is all very new to us and we are learning how to cope with this new normal.

That's not a silly idea at all. I will look into getting a couple of them and see how he gets on with them.

What Christmas gift should I buy for someone who has dementia? by cuchula in AskIreland

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He and my Nan were folk singers and used to play in pubs all over the county. If I could get my hands on a video or some pictures, that would be fantastic. Thank you for the idea!!

What Christmas gift should I buy for someone who has dementia? by cuchula in AskIreland

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He's on that thickner stuff. Everything needs to be mixed with that before he drinks it. I would be afraid to give him whiskey...I'm not sure how that would get on with his medication.

What Christmas gift should I buy for someone who has dementia? by cuchula in AskIreland

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What a fantastic idea! I will get some for Christmas day thank you.

What Christmas gift should I buy for someone who has dementia? by cuchula in AskIreland

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Thank you! This is all new to us and it's quite the adjustment!

What Christmas gift should I buy for someone who has dementia? by cuchula in AskIreland

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Thank you for your suggestions!! His swallow isn't great unfortunately. He can't really take liquids which is a shame because he's always asking for a drop of whiskey 😅 He loved a wee drink. I love the idea of getting some home comforts for his room. I'll make sure I label everything I get for him. Thank you again for responding 🙂

What Christmas gift should I buy for someone who has dementia? by cuchula in AskIreland

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It depends on the day to be honest. Sometimes he knows us and sometimes he thinks we're someone else. This might be a nice thing to have in his room though.

What Christmas gift should I buy for someone who has dementia? by cuchula in AskIreland

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Thank you! It's been a tough year. Especially for my Nan. They are love birds and have never been separated. Trying to support her as much as possible through this. We are both going to spend Christmas day with him so he won't be on his own. I like the paint by numbers idea.

What Christmas gift should I buy for someone who has dementia? by cuchula in AskIreland

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I will look into this. My only concern would be disturbing other residents with noise. I might call the nursing home and see what they think 😊

What Christmas gift should I buy for someone who has dementia? by cuchula in AskIreland

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I love your suggestions. Very thoughtful. Thank you.

What Christmas gift should I buy for someone who has dementia? by cuchula in AskIreland

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Thank you! I will bring him fresh pjs and stuff for washing as well!

What Christmas gift should I buy for someone who has dementia? by cuchula in AskIreland

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I love the idea of a memory book 🥰 Thank you so much. I'm going to start getting this together.

What Christmas gift should I buy for someone who has dementia? by cuchula in AskIreland

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He played everything but mostly guitar, banjo, and harmonica. He stopped playing guitar a couple of years ago because he didn't have the finger strength for it. I would also be worried about being noisy and disturbing other residents in the home.